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School abuse claim lawyers.

If your child has experienced abuse at school, you can get compensated for their pain and suffering by submitting a claim against the school.

At Wyatts Lawyers, our abuse lawyers help victims get rightful compensation for physical, psychological and financial hurt. We personally assess every case and find the best legal options to maximise the success of your claim.

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Am I Eligible to Submit an Abuse Claim Against the School?

School abuse can take many forms, including physical, sexual, emotional abuse, bullying and neglect. It can be by teachers, staff or other students, creating an environment that affects a child’s well-being and development.

You can make a claim against the school if you or your child has been abused within the school grounds or under the school’s care. This includes:

  • Physical, sexual or emotional abuse by teachers, staff or other students
  • Neglect or failure to protect you from harm while at school
  • Bullying or harassment that the school failed to address

To qualify for a claim, the abuse must have happened while you were a student and there must be evidence the school or its staff were negligent in their duty of care. Each case is unique, so it’s important to seek legal advice to understand your rights and the best way forward.

What Forms of School Abuse Can I Claim Under Institutional Abuse?

Common kinds of school abuse you can claim under institutional abuse include:

  • Sexual abuse – Any kind of unwanted sexual contact, harassment or exploitation by teachers, staff or other students
  • Physical abuse – Unlawful physical punishment, excessive force or violent treatment by school staff or peers
  • Emotional or psychological abuse – Verbal threats, humiliation, intimidation or persistent neglect that causes emotional distress
  • Neglect – Failure to provide a safe environment, including lack of supervision or ignoring reports of abuse
  • Bullying and harassment – Cases where the school failed to intervene in severe bullying or discrimination that caused harm

If a school or institution was negligent in protecting you or your child from harm, you may have the right to claim school abuse compensation. Contact Wyatts at 1800 773 880 to discuss your eligibility now.

What Compensation Can I Get for Claims Against a School?

Each case is unique, and the amount you may be entitled to will depend on the seriousness of the abuse, its impact on your life and whether the institution was found liable. You may be entitled to:

  • A lump sum for pain, suffering and trauma caused by the abuse
  • Therapy, counselling and medical treatment
  • Past and future income lost
  • Loss of enjoyment of life due to the emotional and psychological impact of the abuse
  • Punitive damages to punish the institution for egregious conduct and deter similar behaviour in the future
  • Gratuitous attendant care services. These services include domestic assistance, nursing care and other support to alleviate the effects of an injury

You may also receive financial compensation and support services through the National Redress Scheme (NRS). In cases of gross negligence, further compensation may be awarded for ongoing hardship.

At Wyatts, our institutional abuse lawyers can help you understand your options and maximise your claim.

How Do Institutional Abuse Lawyers Help with Claims Against Schools?

Making a school abuse claim requires you to be vigilant and have the legal knowledge to get maximum compensation for your suffering. Wyatts’ institutional abuse lawyers will:

  • Ensure all your injuries, including psychological impacts, are assessed
  • Gather evidence to determine the best option for you
  • Provide personalised advice for your situation
  • Guide you through the process and explain what to do next
  • Work on your behalf so you can focus on your recovery

Contact Wyatts Lawyers at 1800 773 880 to learn how we can help you easily navigate the legal process and find the most suitable option for your case.

HOW TO GET STARTED

It can be overwhelming to think about making a school abuse claim, especially while you are dealing with physical injuries, pain, and stress. Let us make it easier for you and handle your compensation claim on your behalf while keeping you fully informed every step of the way.

The process can be complicated, but we’ve done this for thousands of people just like you. We make it easy for you to get started and find out if you can make a compensation claim after the school abuse.

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CONTACT WYATTS

Tell us about your claim. We’ll listen to you and take the time to get to know you so we can fully understand your situation, injuries and needs.

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YOUR ELIGIBILITY

We will explain in simple terms what you are entitled to based on what you have told us. Then we’ll offer to get started working on your behalf.

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WE GET STARTED

You decide if you would like one of our CTP compensation lawyers to start your case. Then we get to work for you.

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Get Maximum School Abuse Compensation Today

Delay won’t do any good—Contact Wyatts’ institutional abuse lawyers now to get maximum compensation for your and your child’s pain and suffering. Call us on 1800 773 880 or submit an enquiry below to get started!

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